Global law firm Greenberg Traurig expanded its tax practice with the addition of shareholder Zakhar “Zak” Morozov in the San Francisco office. He joins from Kirkland & Ellis.
Morozov focuses on federal income tax matters, with an emphasis on tax structuring and deal support for corporate mergers and acquisitions. He advises on the tax and economic considerations that arise across transaction documents, including purchase agreements, credit agreements, partnership agreements and related deal documentation.
Morozov works closely with clients and their accountants to help ensure transactions are tax-compliant and structured to support business objectives. As a certified public accountant, he frequently acts as a de facto tax adviser for portfolio companies and has experience across industries, including technology companies in the Bay Area and professional practice rollups involving accounting firms, healthcare practices and other professional services businesses.
“Zak brings significant experience counseling clients on the tax considerations that drive today’s sophisticated transactions,” G. Michelle Ferreira, executive vice president and co-chair of the firm’s global tax practice, said. “His practical understanding of deal structuring, transaction documentation and the tax issues facing private equity sponsors and portfolio companies further strengthens our ability to provide strategic, business-focused tax advice to clients across a wide range of industries.”
Morozov’s arrival enhances Greenberg Traurig’s national tax practice and expands the firm’s capabilities in the Bay Area. His cross-industry transactional tax experience also positions him to support clients pursuing platform investments, add-on acquisitions and other growth strategies across sectors.
“I am excited to join Greenberg Traurig and collaborate with its talented tax and corporate teams,” Morozov said. “The firm’s global platform, entrepreneurial culture and commitment to client service create a compelling environment to help clients achieve their business goals.”
Morozov received his J.D. from Harvard Law School and a B.S. from Florida State University. He is admitted to practice in California and Texas.
